When Stockholm's museums have locked their ancient doors, when the stores are all closed and people have retreated to the safety of their homes, this is when the empty streets of Stockholm's Old Town are handed over to the spirits, ghosts, legends and to us. Stockholm's past will come to life on this 1,5 hour walking tour.

Get a taste of Sweden’s fascinating Viking and medieval past on this tour from Stockholm! As an expert guide unravels the country’s Viking history, absorb the views as you travel north from the capital through scenic countryside. Visit Täby to see the stones of a Viking assembly; view the runic stone at Granby which is Sweden’s longest runic inscription in solid rock. Admire the frescoes and inscribed stones at the church of Orkesta.

Eat your way around Stockholm on this 4-hour walking tour with a local guide! Explore Stockholm and Gamla Stan (Old Town), and learn about the evolution of Swedish cuisine, from the days when smoked reindeer and elk were everyday staples to its contemporary cuisine. Treat your tastebuds at the city’s oldest market, Östermalms Saluhall, and let them loose on ultra-rich hot chocolate, scrumptious seafood and your own 'fika' — Sweden’s favorite coffee and sweet treat combo. Numbers are limited to 12 on this small-group tour, ensuring personalized attention from a guide.

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Lift the lid on Sweden’s rich Viking and medieval past on this enthralling full-day trip from Stockholm! Travel northward from the capital through Sweden’s picture-book countryside. See intricately carved runic stones and other relics that attest to the richness and complexity of Viking culture. Visit Sweden’s oldest town of Sigtuna, see the haunting religious sites of Gamla Uppsala (Old Uppsala), and enjoy time free to explore the historic town of Uppsala itself. Along the way, history is brought to life with informative insights from your guide. It's a great day out for history buffs!

Perfect for first-time visitors, this 3.5-hour Stockholm sightseeing tour combines panoramic coach travel with a canal cruise for a comprehensive overview of the Swedish capital. See top Stockholm attractions by coach including Stockholm City Hall, The Royal Palace and Gamla Stan (Old Town). Then hop in a boat and weave around Stockholm's island archipelago along picturesque canals. Learn about all the sights you see from your personal headphones, with audio commentary available in multiple languages.

Cruise Stockholm's picturesque waterways on this hop-on hop-off sightseeing boat tour. Admire the city's must-see attractions as you glide along the Djurgården Canal while listening to live onboard commentary. Hop on and off at eight stops along the waterfront to visit the Royal Palace, the Vasa Museum, Old Town (Gamla Stan), the Gröna Lund amusement park and other top Stockholm attractions. Your hop-on hop-off boat ticket is valid for 24 hours, so you can sightsee at your own pace.

Soak up stunning views over the bridges and islands of central Stockholm on this leisurely 2-hour sightseeing cruise! Sit back and relax as you explore the Swedish capital’s charming waterways and pass under 15 of the impressive bridges that connect its many islands and districts. Take photos of the colorful Gamla Stan (Old Town) from the water; cruise past the postcard-perfect island of Djurgården and pass through the two locks that allow vessels to sail between Lake Mälaren in the west and the Baltic Sea to the east.

See Stockholm in a nutshell on this two-part sightseeing tour by bus and boat, ideal for those with limited time in Sweden's capital. Starting with a comfortable 1.5-hour coach ride, get a comprehensive overview of the city's top attractions including the Royal Palace, City Hall, the Vasa Museum and the Royal Djurgården. Then hop in a canal boat for a cruise around Stockholm's picturesque island archipelago, ending with an unbeatable view of the city skyline.

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